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TCZ 4497

2003 Skoda Fabia Classic Sdi

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests16 (8 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

170,995 mi
Last recorded170,995 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCZ 4497
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia Classic Sdi
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 170,995 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2026 170,764 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2025 166,336 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 163,834 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022
Fail 24 Nov 2022 161,100 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2021 157,765 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 157,541 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 149,534 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2019 149,476 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019
Pass 15 Dec 2018 142,701 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 142,655 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2018 142,622 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 130,130 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2017 130,092 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Fabia Classic Sdi?

Based on 947 MOT tests across 266 vehicles.

70.0%
Pass Rate
6,260
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
266
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11
position lamp(s) not working 6
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 5
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
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TCZ 4497 is a 2003 Skoda Fabia Classic Sdi in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Skoda Fabia Classic Sdi fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TCZ 4497, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Fabia Classic Sdi typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Skoda Fabia Classic Sdi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TCZ 4497 registered?

TCZ 4497 is a 2003 Skoda Fabia Classic Sdi, first registered on 25 June 2003.

Is TCZ 4497 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCZ 4497 shows 16 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TCZ 4497 have outstanding finance?

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